NY 853146
Jun 12 1990
CLA-2-84:S:N:N1:110 853146
Mr. Michael DeFilippis
Cargotrans Incorporated
148-05 175th Street
Jamaica, N.Y. 11434
RE: The tariff classification of "Turbo-Dri" heatpump dry
cleaning systems from Italy.
Dear Mr. DeFilippis:
In your letter dated May 17, 1990, on behalf of Columbia
Machine Corp., you requested a tariff classification ruling.
The merchandise under consideration are "Turbo-Dri" heatpump
dry cleaning systems which consist of various size dry cleaning
machines for garments. These machines have a capacity range of
from twenty to eighty pounds. An in-line solvent cooler,
stainless steel condensing chamber, and Roto-Disc Filter System
are among the various features employed. Bath cleaning can be
done automatically or by manual push buttons. The Freon 502-
refrigeration and heat pump drying system produces rapid heating
for drying with reduced steam and water usage. A drying
controller adjusts the drying time for maximum solvent
reclaimation and prevents static from overdrying. These machines
are designed for use in dry cleaning establishments.
The applicable subheading for the "Turbo-Dri" heatpump dry
cleaning systems, will be 8451.10.0000, Harmonized Tariff
Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Dry-
cleaning machines. The rate of duty will be 3.9 percent ad
valorem.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section
177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry
documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the
documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be
brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the
transaction.
Sincerely,
Jean F. Maguire
Area Director
New York Seaport